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Mike Adams Conference Call Transcript

How did you convince the Steelers to draft you?
For me, it was more about trying to get back in their good graces. I knew that I screwed up. I’ve been a lifelong Steelers fan. I struck out to meet with them and just to let them know what happened and show my remorse and let them know that I love that organization and that I’ll do anything to be a part of it.Is this a dream come true for you?
Oh yeah. I guess you could say that. The first jersey I wore said “Steelers” across the front at Farrell Elementary School when I was six years old, so saying that it’s a dream come true is an understatement.Were the Steelers the only team you met with?They were the only team that I contacted to meet with, yes.What do you feel you need to do to earn and keep this team’s trust?
Do the things I’m supposed to do. Make the right decisions. Produce on the field. As long as I do the right things I think everything will be ok.What were some of the criteria that the Steelers laid out for you?
That’s something that’s between me and them. I think that’s probably how we’re going to keep it.................

Welcome to the Steelers, young man. Just do two things for us....keep your head on straight and keep Ben's head on straight and we will love you with the same passion you have for this team. Now get to work.

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"The real glory is being knocked to your knees and then coming back. That’s real glory."

Re: Mike Adams Conference Call Transcript

Originally Posted by JayC

sounds good. hope he means it. im sure decastro/pouncey and the coaches will all push him and remove any laziness out of him.

I don't think he sounds lazy at all. He took the initiative to drive to Pittsburgh, get down on his knees and beg for the job. Sounds like he did every single thing they asked him to do...and maybe more for all we know. That's EXACTLY the kind of player I want on my team.

Now he has to prove to them he was worth the risk. He'll work his butt off for this team.

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"The real glory is being knocked to your knees and then coming back. That’s real glory."

Re: Mike Adams Conference Call Transcript

I just like the fact that he loves this team...and how he reached out to THEM about this issue and all that stuff. I dont think we'll have to worry about him...he doesnt seem like Holmes...Holmes seemed like a jerk/etc...and now he's with the Jets that has come out a lot.

Re: Mike Adams Conference Call Transcript

Originally Posted by 7willBheaven

I just like the fact that he loves this team...and how he reached out to THEM about this issue and all that stuff. I dont think we'll have to worry about him...he doesnt seem like Holmes...Holmes seemed like a jerk/etc...and now he's with the Jets that has come out a lot.

I have a good feeling about this kid for the reasons that you mention. Yeah, the "character issues" concern me but he seems to want to correct it.

Re: Mike Adams Conference Call Transcript

He's a Steeler now, and as long as he remains so he's got my support.

The pick comes with more risk than you would normally like with that early a choice. But the Steelers aren't stupid. Whatever happened in that meeting with Adams must have been pretty compelling. If after having met with him face to face they can shelve the character concerns no reason for me not to.

Now the question remains as to whether the Steelers opinion of him as a first round talent is valid or not? If it is then I guess we got a bargain? If he's a true NFL left tackle then I suppose we slide Gilbert back to the right side eventually and send Colon packing or to guard? Good problem to have I suppose. Quality depth on the offensive line would be a pleasant change from what we've become used to.